Career and Technical Education; CTE Family & Consumer Sciences

TITLE: CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) TEACHER-Family & Consumer Sciences

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Plan, prepare, implement, monitor, and evaluate a quality competency-based CTE curriculum leading to the development of student skills sufficient to qualify for entry-level employment and/or post-secondary education using effective instruction with all students.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid certification to meet State requirements with specific endorsement in the area to which assigned.
• Have demonstrated the professional and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students, parents, school personnel, and members of the community.
• Must have demonstrated success in working with a variety of students.
• Ability to utilize technology for instruction, data and analysis, and administrative purposes.

REPORTS TO: Building Principal and Director of CTE Programs

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrate knowledge of subject/content area related to career exploration; hold high expectations for student achievement and demonstrate effective teaching practices
• Use multiple student data elements to assess student progress, modify instruction and improving student learning
• Communicate and collaborate with parents and the school community to foster individual student success and growth while engaging the families in the instructional program
• Exhibit collaborative and collegial practices focused on improving instructional practice and student learning by participating in professional development opportunities, showing professionalism, and growing professionally
• Plan, organize, and teach a competency-based CTE program in course areas
• Assists in the development and implementation of school division and state CTE initiatives, program articulation, and career pathways
• Foster and manage a safe, positive, and respectful learning environment to promote effective student behavior and success
• Demonstrate effective classroom and computer lab management
• Assist in the development of and participate in activities designed to promote an innovative CTE program
• Develop community and industry partnerships for students
• Demonstrate a professional commitment to CTE innovation
• Maintain and submit appropriate records of CTE program completers, grading, distribution of awards, and submit information/records including student progress for all students
• Participates in the evaluation of the effectiveness of the CTE program and makes recommendations or revisions as necessary
• Order supplies, instructional materials, and equipment necessary for the program
• Provide information and counsel students relative to employment, career opportunities, and further education
• Participate in division, regional, and state CTE meetings
• Work cooperatively with the CTE teachers and building administrators
• Maintain consistent attendance and conform to regular work hours specified under contract
• Share with other staff members the responsibility for school activities and student supervision
• Implement and comply with division policies and procedures
• Perform appropriate tasks as designated by the principal relating to the responsibilities listed above

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Knowledge of subject matter/course content and resources relevant to the assignment
• Knowledge of and skills in using effective instructional strategies and practices
• Knowledge of and skills in implementing various formative and summative assessments
• Knowledge of entry-level positions for students; potential career opportunities; and post-secondary educational opportunities in the CTE-technical program area
• Skilled in Microsoft curriculum and industry certification
• Skills in effective planning and implementation of lessons based upon individual student needs
• Skills in managing and promoting positive student behavior
• Skills in data analysis to assess, monitor, and inform instruction for student growth
• Skills and abilities
  
  in organization, time management, and record-keeping
• Ability to operate a computer and the skills to learn and utilize software and other technology in instruction
• Ability to articulate and implement the State Standards
• Ability to effectively address and meet a wide range of academic,…